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Keeping a Graphic Design Contract Simple

Want to know the trick to creating a contract that’s easy for both parties to understand? Ditch the lawyers. These 13 user-friendly clauses will lay the foundation for a frustration-free business partnership for both you and your client. More

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Salary Negotiation Know-How

Know the ins and outs of negotiating the salary for your new design job. The Creative Group offers advice on what you should know before sitting down at the negotiation table. More

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23 Days. 23 Films. 23 James Bond Posters.

Design duo Herring & Haggis fulfilled the honorable mission of watching all 23 James Bond films in 23 days. The results: 23 stunning and exciting James Bond posters, each documenting one of the films. More

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Designers Tackle Copyright & Intellectual Property Issues

Copyright law is far from simple, or perfect. This is a subject that all creative people have a vested interest in. It’s time for all designers to learn more about protecting their rights. More

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Top 10 Websites for Designers – January 2013

Every month HOW scours the web to discover the top design websites. We’re looking for the best promo sites, as well as design tools and resources. See what the editors chose this month! More

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Shift from Moonlighter to Full-time Freelancer

This is the year to awaken your creative business dreams. These three unique approaches will help you make the leap from moonlighting to full-time freelancing. What are you waiting for? More

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Find Your Green Graphic Design Niche

Each green market has a unique character that requires its own design approach, and some will have more appeal for you than others. Here are a few to explore. More

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5 Ways to Stop Being a Starving Artist in 2013

Attention freelance graphic designer: Do you find yourself slipping into starving artist mode already? It’s time to start (or restart) the New Year on the right foot with these tips to break out of the dangerous starving artist cycle you’ve fallen into. More

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14 Creative Calendar Designs to Inspire You

For a designer, finding that perfect 2013 calendar can be a challenging task. It sits near your desk and must serve that task of not only keeping you organized, but inspired as well. View some of our favorite creative calendar designs. More

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8 Sure-fire Ways to Propel Your Career Forward

Are you feeling restless in your graphic design career? Wanting to move up the proverbial ladder, but not sure how? Here are 8 solid ways to propel your career forward in the New Year. More

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